Of 952 sampled departures, 47.2% left 15 minutes or more behind schedule. Average lateness was 17.9 minutes. Sample window: May 1, 2026 to Jun 17, 2026.
These are historical aggregates, not live status. A departure is late at 15 minutes past schedule.
| Airline | Flights sampled | Late | Average lateness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air New Zealand (NZ) | 20 | 95.0% | 31.2 min |
| Jetstar Airways (JQ) | 122 | 64.8% | 25.5 min |
| Virgin Australia (VA) | 238 | 53.8% | 20.0 min |
| Qantas Airways (QF) | 388 | 46.7% | 17.8 min |
| Alliance Airlines (QQ) | 21 | 14.3% | 8.7 min |
47.2% of this BNE sample left 15 minutes late or more.
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